Is paper with chalk pastel on it recyclable?

Paper with ink, chalk, whatever on it is recyclable. The recycling process involves a re-pulping and de-inking step before the paper is reformed. This removes the vast majority of contaminants. The worst thing that can be on paper being recycled is tape and glue. read more

Paper with ink, chalk, whatever on it is recyclable. The recycling process involves a re-pulping and de-inking step before the paper is reformed. This removes the vast majority of contaminants. read more

The purity of pastel’s pigment, the fact that there is basically nothing between the pigment and the paper is what gives pastel paintings their luminosity. The pigment, is in effect, crystals been spread across the paper. That crystalline formation is what makes pastels “sparkle”. read more

Laid paper is another good choice for pastel and chalk. Pastel papers with a laid surface have a texture of parallel lines which is clearly visible in the drawing. This is a very old style of paper and is often favored for portrait sketches and figure drawings. read more